Orange Sriracha Shrimp and Broccoli with Pecan Crunch

Another excellent recipe thanks to Publix "Aprons Recipe" collection.  You can pick these up at your local Publix or online.

The original recipe listed 12 oz. of frozen popcorn shrimp. I chose to use 1 lb. of medium raw shrimp which I shelled and deveined. If you do decide to use the frozen breaded shrimp, cook according to package directions and then toss with the sauce just before serving over the rice.  I served potstickers on the side.

Orange Sriracha Shrimp

1 T. olive oil

1 lb. medium shrimp, shelled and deveined

1 orange, juiced

1/4 t. fresh ginger

1 T. soy sauce

2 T. rice vinegar

4 T. orange marmalade

1 t. sriracha 

1/2 cup sliced green onions, divided

1 (8.5 oz) pouch precooked basmati rice

In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook, frequently stirring, until shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove skillet from heat and set aside.

Squeeze orange for juice.  You'll need about 1/2 cup. Combine orange juice, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, orange marmalade, sriracha, along with 1/4 cup of green onions in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil on medium-high heat.  Cook for 1 minute and remove from heat. Add shrimp and stir in remaining 1/4 cup green onions.

Heat rice following package instructions. Divide rice onto plates. Top with Orange Sriracha Shrimp. Serve immediately.

Broccoli with Pecan Crunch

2 T. sesame oil

1 t. sriracha (add more or less for your taste)

1 t. soy sauce

12 oz. fresh broccoli florets

1 orange, for zest

1/2 cup candied pecans, finely crushed

1/4 t. garlic powder

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil. In a large bowl, whisk together oil sriracha, and soy sauce until blended. Add broccoli and toss to coat. Transfer broccoli to baking sheet; cook 15 - 17 minutes or until slightly tender and florets begin to brown.

Zest orange.  You'll need about 1 T. of zest.  Place nuts in a Ziploc bag and crush; add orange zest and garlic powder, then shake to blend. Sprinkle nut mixture over broccoli. Bake 3 additional minutes. Serve immediately.